MOUNT VERNON – John Michael Sweeney, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and cousin, died Tuesday, May 24, 2022, after complications due to Parkinson’s in Texas.
Mike was born on Oct. 12, 1937, in Odessa, Texas. He graduated from Odessa High School in 1956. During his high school years, he became an Eagle Scout. Mike attended Notre Dame University in South Bend, Ind., obtaining a degree in mechanical engineering and business. He was a member of Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honor Society. Mike had a strong work ethic working for Cooper Bessemer, Creole Production, and ended his career in 2000 working for Exxon-Mobil. He was recognized by the Texas Board of Professional Engineers after 50 years of outstanding service.
After his retirement, he spent time at his cabins in Colorado and Ohio. Through the years, Mike has maintained both cabins making it possible for all generations to enjoy. Mike was a creative woodworker, designing many pieces of furniture. He was an enthusiastic member of White Rock Lake Boating Club. During Mike’s entire life he was avid hunter and fisherman.
He is survived by his wife, Sharon Bricker Sweeney, of 54 years; daughter Karen Sweeney Nealy and her husband, Jason; and three granddaughters: Jocelyn, Caitlin and Kimberlin. He is survived by sisters Carolyn Sweeney Judd and Nancy Sweeney Anderson and their families. Also, Mike has many surviving cousins, nephews and nieces.
A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, June 13, in Mount Calvary Cemetery, Mount Vernon, with Deacon Tim Birie presiding.
In lieu of customary remembrances, the family request memorial gifts to be made to the Parkinson Voice Project in Richardson, Texas.
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